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The Hungarian parliament passed the new constitution by 262 to 44 (Photo: Lassi Kurkijärvi)

Germany to Hungary: New constitution breaches EU values

Germany has warned the conservative Hungarian government that its new constitution, passed by parliament on Monday (18 April), is not compatible with European Union values.

"We are observing the developments in Hungary with great attention and some worry," German deputy foreign minister Werner Hoyer said in an emailed statement. "The media law adopted at the start of the year shows an attitude towards fundamental rights which - despite some amendments - is hardly compatible with Europea...

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The Hungarian parliament passed the new constitution by 262 to 44 (Photo: Lassi Kurkijärvi)

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